Israeli forces cross key Lebanon river in expanded ground offensive
Israeli forces have advanced beyond the Litani River in southern Lebanon as part of an expanded ground offensive against Hezbollah militants. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the military's progress while U.S. officials facilitated peace talks between Israeli and Lebanese representatives. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement among the Lebanese population since early March.
- ▪Israeli forces have crossed the Litani River and advanced to controlling positions in southern Lebanon.
- ▪Over 1.2 million Lebanese have been displaced due to Israeli strikes since March 2.
- ▪The U.S. is hosting talks between Israeli and Lebanese military officials to discuss a ceasefire and peace efforts.
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Israeli forces cross key Lebanon river in expanded ground offensiveSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe damaged Zrarieh Bridge over the Litani river, after it was hit by an Israeli strike in Tayr Falsay in southern Lebanon, following an escalation between Hezbollah and Israel amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, Lebanon, March 13, 2026. REUTERS/ StringerPublished May 29, 2026, 11:24 PMUpdated May 29, 2026, 11:24 PMJERUSALEM/BEIRUT, May 29 - Israeli forces have advanced to positions north of Lebanon's Litani River, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday, as Israel escalates attacks against Hezbollah militants after warning thousands more Lebanese to flee their villages.The Israeli advance came as the U.S.
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